Tag: 1492
EV 1492 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1492 (Hints)
PTO by Charybdis
Hints and tips by The Numpties
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Charybdis has been setting crosswords for over twenty years for all the outlets for thematic cryptic crosswords so certainly needs no introduction. We have come to expect completely fair clues and a challenging endgame from such an experienced setter and this crossword gave us just that.… Continue reading
Toughie 1492
Toughie No 1492 by Notabilis
Hints and tips by Dutch
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BD Rating – Difficulty ***/**** – Enjoyment ****
Excellent puzzle from Notabilis today with crisp clueing and great surfaces. With X, Y & Z appearing in the first 3 solutions, I thought we were destined for a pangram, but Q is absent – instead, we have a Nina!… Continue reading